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Slam Dunk

Current price: $18.99
Slam Dunk
Slam Dunk

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Slam Dunk

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's 14th career album, 2014's , once again showcases the veteran saxophonist's funky take on smooth jazz and instrumental R&B. The album is 's first actual solo release since 2010's . It also comes on the heels of his 2012 collaboration with guitarist , . As with those and other past releases, is a highly dynamic album with tracks that run the gamut from kinetic, finger-snapping funk ("Slam Dunk") to atmospheric, sensual slow jams ("Because of You") to layered, Latin-inflected numbers ("Fiesta Interlude"). also makes room for a few well-chosen covers in 's "It's a Man's Man's Man's World" and the '80s classic "True Colors." Similarly engaging are such cuts as the -inspired midtempo groover "The Duke," the evocative vocal feature "Where Did We Go Wrong?," and the uplifting album closer "Gospel." Instrumentally, shines a spotlight on 's generous musical ability, and many of the tracks here feature multi-tracked saxophone intros (all played by ). Of course, the main draw with is his soulful improvisation, and of that, has plenty. Ultimately, might not be a game-changer for , but for longtime fans looking for an album that delivers on his urbane, sophisticated smooth jazz sound, it's a sure thing. ~ Matt Collar

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